Things to do in Zhangzhou

The Dongshan Wind-Moving Stone Scenic Area is located on Dongshan Island in Zhangzhou, Fujian Province. It is a 4A-level scenic area, and its main attraction is the "Number One Wonder Stone in the World," which is listed in "China's Geographical Wonders."

An ancient city is a carrier of a place's history, culture, and customs. Zhangzhou Ancient City, bearing witness to the city's millennia-long history and culture, is a "living fossil" of Zhangzhou's ancient culture and a "living archive" witnessing the city's historical and cultural changes. An ancient city is a repository of memories, emotions, and nostalgia. In the ancient city, you can find the taste of your childhood, hear the everyday chatter of your neighbors, and feel the warmth of home. Here, you can see the historical accumulation of Zhangzhou, feel its cultural heritage, and find your spiritual home. An ancient city is an engine for a place's cultural tourism and economy. In the ancient city, you can taste authentic Minnan snacks, buy handicrafts and intangible cultural heritage products, and enjoy traditional operas and folk performances. Here, you can experience the city's cultural charm, enjoy its cultural benefits, and reap its cultural rewards. Zhangzhou Ancient City is one of Fujian Province's famous historical and cultural cities and an important part of Minnan culture. Founded during the Kaiyuan era of the Tang Dynasty, it has evolved over a thousand years and still retains many precious historical and cultural relics. The ancient city of Zhangzhou is characterized by a network of nine main streets and eighteen lanes, forming a complete and open spatial layout. The nine main streets are: Beijing Road, Xinhua Road, Zhongshan Road, Taiwan Road, Hong Kong Road, Macau Road, Shengli Road, Dananmen Road, and Buzheng Road; the eighteen lanes are: Shuqian Lane, Yuanwen Lane, Yuanwu Lane, Yuanheng Lane, Yuanli Lane, Yuanzhen Lane, Yuanchun Lane, Yuanzheng Lane, Yuancheng Lane, Yuanxiang Lane, Yuanrui Lane, Yuantai Lane, Yuanhua Lane, Yuanqing Lane, Yuanzhi Lane, Yuanren Lane, Yuansheng Lane, and Fuqian Heng Lane.

Nanmen Bay, a filming location for the movie "The Left Ear," boasts a colorful fishing village that contrasts beautifully with the azure bay, earning it the nickname "Fujian's Santorini." Online descriptions suggest experiencing authentic fishing village life in the morning, cycling along the embankment to chase the sunset in the evening, and possibly witnessing the "blue tears" phenomenon on the eve of the Lunar New Year.

I would call it a branch of the Jiangnan water towns of Fujian, a branch of Giethoorn in the Netherlands. Dozens of neat, orderly Minnan-style houses are nestled within the village, which is surrounded by a small river. The scenery is beautiful, and there are few tourists. In the afternoon, you can sit by the river and have tea, and in the evening, you can take photos in the village bathed in the glow of the setting sun – it's incredibly beautiful and pleasant! Plus, it's not far from Zhangzhou, and it's completely free!

During my recent trip from Fuzhou to Wenzhou, I discovered a hidden gem of a hotel – the Platinum Cloud View Luxury Hotel. The location is simply divine; it's right across the street from MixC shopping mall and within walking distance of Sanyang Wetland, making shopping, dining, and sightseeing all easily accessible. The Platinum Cloud View Hotel boasts a brand-new light luxury style, combining marble with natural wood. The lobby is quiet and sophisticated, completely free from the noise of the city center. I booked a high-floor room with panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows offering breathtaking views. The sunset over the wetland and the city skyline were stunning, making for perfect photo opportunities. The receptionist was incredibly friendly. I was lucky enough to get an upgrade to a family room. The room was clean, spacious, and the latex mattress was soft yet supportive. The soundproofing was excellent throughout the night. The bathroom featured a separate shower and toilet, a smart toilet, and a 1.8m extra-large bathtub facing the view – soaking in the tub while enjoying the night view was incredibly relaxing. The toiletries had a subtle fragrance and felt high-quality. What I really want to mention is that the hotel's amenities exceeded my expectations: a heated swimming pool, gym, and self-service laundry room are all available, free parking is provided for those driving, and 24-hour butler service is available on call. The buffet breakfast deserves special praise! It offers a complete selection of Chinese and Western dishes, including local sticky rice, freshly cooked rice noodles, fish cakes, and wontons. After shopping at MixC in the evening, you can return to the hotel and take a morning stroll in the wetlands to breathe in the fresh air. It's a top choice for couples, offering much better value than other hotels in the same area. I'll definitely stay here again next time I'm in Wenzhou! LL

This is Jinluan Bay Beach on Dongshan Island in Zhangzhou, Fujian. The scenery is quite nice. Unfortunately, the waves are too big for swimming; it's only suitable for playing in the sand. Going into the water is quite dangerous. Children can only play in the sand and sunbathe here.

There are not many developed mountains on Dongshan Island. Sufeng Mountain is a mature tourist attraction. There is a sea-circling highway on the mountain road, and there is also an observation deck. It is worth stopping to take a look at the scenery in the distance. Especially when you are at the highest point, you can see several bays in the distance.

Maluan Bay, located in the east of Dongshan Island, Zhangzhou City, Fujian Province, is famous for its white sandy beaches, clear waters and warm sea breezes. The bay is 2,500 meters long, 60 meters wide, 150 meters deep and 2-3 meters deep. It is the best of the seven crescent-shaped bays on the southeast coast of Dongshan Island and is known as the best beach. The beach here has a gentle slope, is delicate and soft, and walking on it barefoot, it seems that every step is in the clouds. The sea water is clear, pollution-free, without reefs, and no threat from sharks, so you can swim in it with confidence. Maluan Bay is not only a paradise for swimming enthusiasts, but also a paradise for water sports enthusiasts. Here, you can experience a variety of water activities such as motorboats, speedboats, beach horse racing, beach volleyball, diving to see corals, kite windsurfing, etc. The natural beauty of Maluan Bay is also breathtaking. Sufeng Mountain in the distance is sometimes shrouded in clouds and mist, and sometimes clearly visible, adding a bit of mystery against the background of the sea and sky. Maluan Bay is even more charming at night. The beach under the starlight and the waves are gently blowing, as if you can hear the whispers of the sea. Here, you can enjoy the gentle breeze of the sea and feel the tranquility and beauty of nature. In addition, Maluan Bay also has a rich history and culture, such as the "Widow Village" exhibition hall, which records a painful history and adds a sense of historical heaviness to this beautiful bay. Whether it is a family trip, a gathering with friends or a solo trip, Maluan Bay is an ideal destination. Here, you can enjoy the endless fun brought by the sun, beach and sea water.

A very nice scenic spot, I will definitely go again next time. It's very clean, and the sand is very fine. I've been to many places, and this place probably has the best sand. I didn't want to leave. It was especially nice because there were few people.

Yundongyan is the only national 4A-level tourist attraction in Zhangzhou City, a provincial scenic spot, and a provincial key cultural relic protection unit. It is known as the "First Cave Heaven in Southern Fujian", "The Second Stele Forest in Fujian", "The First Cave Heaven in Danxia", and "The First Stele Forest in Southern Fujian". There are more than 40 caves of various sizes in the mountain, and more than 200 calligraphy inscriptions in various styles from past dynasties; the altitude is 280 meters, and it does not take long to climb. In the morning, there will be many nearby residents doing morning exercises in the mountains. At the same time, you will see people carrying mineral water, drinks, and snacks on a shoulder pole to sell on the top of the mountain or on the mountainside; Yundongyan Scenic Area contains many small mountain attractions, such as: Yixiantian, Heqiu, Cliff Carvings, Crescent Moon, Qianren Cave and other attractions. It takes about 1.5 hours from the foot of the mountain to the top of the mountain. At the top of the mountain, you can see a wind-moving stone, standing upright on the top of the mountain as a sign. Looking down from the top of the mountain, you can see the panoramic view of Longwen District and visit Zhangzhou. When you come to Yundongyan, you must eat the special salt chicken here. The chicken tastes tender but not salty, tender but not old, tender but not fishy. It is recommended to eat salt chicken at "Big Head Salt Chicken", which is about 500 meters walk from the scenic area.